Technician II

Ridge Equipment Company, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO & 9 Paid Holidays upon hire

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance 90+ 

401(K) with company matching

Tuition Assistance after 1 year

Job summary

Ridge Equipment Company is seeking a Small Cell Technician II to join our growing team in the MD/DC/VA area. This role focuses on safety, quality, and timely completion of site scopes including grounding, antennas, coax, fiber, and remote radio heads.

You'll perform elevated work, operate standard tools, and collaborate with third‑party QA services while adhering to OSHA and industry standards. Some night/weekend work and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be able to climb extension ladders up to 30 ft.
• Must be able to drive and operate aerial lifts.
• Occasional night and weekend work required.
• Clean driving record required.
• Able to work outdoors in varied weather.
• Capable of lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Must pass a drug test and background check.
• Maintain a clean work environment.
• Present a professional image to customers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Perform elevated work on small cell sites to repair and install equipment.
• Operate and adjust commonly used tools in the wireless industry.
• Install coax lines, category cables, and fiber cables inside and outside shelters.
• Work with third-party QA services to close out installations.
• Perform civil work including trenching, digging, and concrete work as needed.
• Supervisor may assign additional tasks.

Skills

Ladder safety

Driving

Overnight travel

Outdoor work

Drug test

Background check

Professional image

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Small Cell Technician II

Ridge Equipment Company is seeking a Small Cell Technician to join our growing team. A Small Cell Technician is expected to complete scopes of work assigned while ensuring safety, quality, and timelines. Work items include grounding, trenching, installation of antennas, all types of antenna mounts, coax lines, RF jumpers, remote electrical down-tilts, installation of remote radio heads, fiber/DC hybrid cables, sweep and PIM testing, fiber testing, concrete work, and maintenance-type items. They will adhere to OSHA, NATE, customer, and wireless industry standards and quality.

Responsibilities

• Perform elevated work on small cell sites daily to conduct repair and install equipment; may include multiple sites daily
• Operate and adjust commonly used tools in the wireless industry effectively and efficiently
• Coax lines, category cables, and fiber cables are installed both outside and inside cell shelters.
• Work with third-party QA services to close out installations.
• Perform civil work to include trenching, digging, concrete forming, and pouring in limited cases.
• The supervisor may assign additional tasks.

Requirements

• Must be able to climb extension ladders up to 30'
• Must be able to drive and work on aerial lifts
• Some night and weekend work will be required
• Must be able to drive and must have a clean driving record
• The candidate must have the ability to work outdoors for extended periods, occasionally exposing themselves to inclement weather.
• The candidate must possess the ability to operate on an elevated platform while carrying a 50 lb. load.
• Must pass a drug test and background check
• Maintain a clean work environment
• Present a positive image of the company to our customers and employees

Physical Demands and Work Environment

An employee must meet the physical demands described here to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. We may make reasonable accommodations to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• While performing the duties of this position, the job may require prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Additionally, the employee is regularly required to communicate verbally and listen.
• The employee is frequently required to use their hands or fingers to handle or feel various objects, tools, or controls.
• The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must occasionally lift and move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• When necessary, the ability to travel or work overnights or weekends is required.

Location : Job sites in the MD/DC/VA area.

Education : High school diploma or equivalent

Experience : None required; 1 to 3 years industry experience preferred

Clearance : Must be able to pass a standard background check, motor vehicle record check, and drug test.

Job Type : Full Time

Pay Range: $20-28/hour

Benefits:

• PTO & 9 Paid Holidays upon hire
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance after 90 days
• 401(K) with company matching
• Tuition Assistance after 1 year